We both knew that we were leaving a little late to avoid the clouds predicted by the weather app, but it was a beautiful day and we were both free, so we set out to the parking beside the welcome centre and started out with one light pack between us. We had water each, and my granola bars were an enjoyed treat, but our ascent had two problems. The first was a downhill ascent that we were enjoying as our goal was to have a little trail running with the hike. It was, however, a path off our trail, necessitating an unexpected ascent and and additional 3 k that would later prove to be regrettable. The second problem was that the rain was torrential, and it was accompanied by thunder. That made the swimmable lake a hazard, and as the paths became rivers, we were faced with the idea of lightening with our feet ankle deep in water. We were cold but exhilarated by the the time we came down, missing the view, and very wet. I could barely change, my hands clumsy with cold. It was fun to run, and not be hot, and we did have brimmed hats, although my glasses were obscured with so much rain. Still, we had a great snack and a story to tell. Not many would do that and do it again, but Spidergirl just might say yes next time anyway!
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